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Cathedral of St. John the Divine
112th and Amsterdam Avenue
The ACT After-School Program offers
a safe, fun and relaxed atmosphere for children at the end of the
school day. The program is for children in grades K - 5 whose parents
want them to join special activities in a peer setting, or are unable
to supervise them after school. Students in K-2rd grades must come
daily to become members of multi-grade groups that meet in a classroom
and are supervised by two caring group leaders.
Activities are designed to provide children with
experiences that enhance physical, emotional and educational growth.
Children not only develop peer relationships but also develop a
connection with an adult who is sensitive to their needs and interests.
Children learn to resolve conflicts and develop social skills needed
for successful group interaction in future academic settings.
The after school program consists of options based
on a child's age, interests and level of participation. They include
special events, group activities and clubs for children in K-3.
We recognize differences in children
as well as their need to identify with a group to experience a sense
of belonging. When children arrive at their afterschool site, they
already belong to a group. Groups travel together to different activities.
Classrooms are organized into interest areas for quiet reading,
game board play, art and other projects, and a meeting area where
children may choose to rest, chat or listen to music before they
set off for new adventures. The daily snack buffet offers children
delectable yet carefully planned choices from essential food groups.
Students in grades K-3rd must attend daily
to become members of groups that meet in a classroom and are supervised
by two counselors. Each group prepares weekly schedules that reflect
children's ideas and include program resources that focus around
themes. The weekly schedule includes arts and crafts, performing
arts, sports, cooking, snack, playground, storytelling, games and
clubs.
A student progress report
is prepared annually to help parents appreciate the social and emotional
skills children display in a group setting. Staff strives to communicate
a child's successes and challenges as they work cooperatively towards
common goals.
Special discounts apply to students contracted on an annual
basis.
- Students can attend 1/2-day programs at a reduced
rate.
- Students enrolled in summer program receive
free post camp care.
- Students receive $5 off vacation camp fee if
they register early.
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Students and staff are involved in the preparation and production
of special programs and events. After-School groups and select club
participants prepare seasonal performances for parents and friends.
Community events are created so parents, children and adults can
meet one another in a social setting. Past events have included
pot-luck-suppers, a Bar-B-Que, family night (parents night off),
orientation and special celebrations.
Assemblies include guests and are often performed
by students who participate in clubs or special projects like African
dance, tumbling clowns, and gymnastics.
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ACT is closed:
Columbus Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day after Christmas Day;
New Year's Day; President's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial
Day, Independence Day and Labor Day.
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Homework Help is provided in designated areas on Monday through
Thursday from October through May. The Homework Help monitor helps
children to begin their assignment promptly and to remain focused
on the task. Student volunteers from Barnard College, Project Read
and local high schools provide individual guidance. Students may
attend on a daily or weekly basis depending on registration requirements.
Parents, and sometimes teachers, are informed of a child's progress
and difficulties. Computers may be available to assist children
working on special long term school projects.
When can you send your child to the After-School
center?
Once your child is enrolled, he/she may attend ACT at any of its
sites from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. whenever public/private schools are in
session.
What happens when your child's school
closes before 3 p.m.?
We realize that public, private and parochial school schedules vary.
That's why ACT may offer supervision as early as noon, provided
at least ten students enroll five school days prior to the early
dismissal day. Parents must pay one week in advance of the early
dismissal date. Children not registered in advance cannot be escorted
to ACT.
Remember, parents must pay one week in advance
of the date of early dismissal. Children not registered in advance
cannot be escorted to ACT
How can students
get to the After School Program Centers?
Each site has different arrangements regarding the pickup of students
enrolled at these centers. Students of Cathedral School are picked
up at their respective building on the first day of school.
When does pick up service begin and end?
Our escorting service begins two weeks after public schools open.
Students from Cathedral School are picked up in their respective
school building on the first day of school. Check our calendar
for exact dates.
What happens when school is closed?
No problem. Children may be enrolled in ACT's Holiday
Camp for an additional fee, or be brought to ACT at 3 p.m. If
the ACT center is off the Cathedral grounds, this option is contingent
on classrooms being available for ACT staff. Parents must notify
the ACT office in advance.
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